2-year Central deputation at SP/DIG level must for IPS officers to be eligible for senior posts: MHA
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Why in news
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) mandated a two-year Central deputation for IPS officers at SP and DIG ranks as a prerequisite for promotion to Inspector General of Police (IGP).
Background
The MHA order applies to IPS officers from the 2011 batch onwards. The mandate follows a request by Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan to address the shortage of IPS officers at the Centre.
Facts for Prelims
- PostHome Secretary: Govind Mohan
- FactMandatory deputation period: 2 years
- FactApplicable batch: IPS officers from 2011 onwards
- BodyMHA: Union Ministry of Home Affairs
For Mains
Q. Discuss the implications of mandatory central deputation on the career progression of IPS officers and its impact on state-level policing requirements.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Human resource friction: Balancing central administrative requirements with state-level policing needs
- Career progression: Impact of mandatory deputation on officer experience and seniority progression
Keywords: deputation · civil services · human resource management · police administration · career progression
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